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Italian Penicillin Soup

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A warm, comforting soup made with fresh vegetables and herbs in a rich vegetable broth, perfect for chilly days or when feeling under the weather.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic, and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Add kale or spinach, and simmer until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice before serving. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for better flavor. Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste. Additional lemon can enhance freshness.

  • Author: maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg